This BLM area sprawls across the hillsides above Silverton, offering free dispersed camping with money-shot views of the San Juan Mountains. Sites are scattered along rough dirt roads — find a flat spot, set up camp, and wake up to 13,000-foot peaks in every direction. Popular with the Jeep crowd during summer but plenty of space to spread out.
Access via Kendall Mountain Road from Silverton’s north end — starts paved but quickly turns to rough dirt. High-clearance recommended for the better sites higher up. No facilities except what nature provides. 14-day limit, pack out trash, and respect the Leave No Trace basics.
Free dispersed camping with San Juan Mountain views
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft) | 9800 ft |
| Nearest town | Silverton, CO |
| Miles from pavement | 1.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | June-October |
| Land manager | BLM |
| Permit required | No |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |